• Ethionamide should be taken once daily or in divided doses after the meal as directed by the physician.
• Start with a low dose and increase over every one to two days to a maximum dose of 1 g/day.
• It should not be used in porphyria.
Dosage & When it is to be taken
• The recommended adult dose for ethionamide is 5 to 20 mg/kg tablet.• Start with a low dose and increase over every one to two days to a maximum dose of 1 g/day.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
• It is contraindicated in patients allergic to drugs or with severe liver impairment.• It should not be used in porphyria.
